What is Device Manager, and how does it work in Windows operating system?

Device Manager is a Windows utility that allows users to view and manage the hardware devices installed on their computer. It provides detailed information about each device, including its driver version, settings, and other properties. Device Manager can be used to enable and disable devices, update drivers, and troubleshoot hardware problems. It can also be used to view system resources such as IRQs, DMA channels, and I/O ports.

What are some common Device Manager errors that users may encounter?

Yellow Exclamation Mark: This indicates a device conflict or driver issue. Code 10 Error: This indicates that the device cannot start. Code 28 Error: This indicates that the drivers for the device are not installed. Code 43 Error: This indicates a problem with the device's hardware or drivers. Code 45 Error: This indicates that the device is not connected to the computer. Code 39 Error: This indicates a missing or corrupted driver. Code 52 Error: This indicates that Windows cannot verify the digital signature for the drivers required for this device.

How can a user fix a device manager error caused by a missing driver?

Use Windows Update to search for the missing driver. Visit the manufacturer's website and download the driver manually. Use a driver update tool such as Driver Booster to scan for and automatically download the missing driver. Use Device Manager to reinstall the driver. Use System Restore to roll back to a previous version of the driver.

What is the process for updating drivers using the Device Manager in Windows?

Open the Device Manager by right-clicking the Start button and selecting Device Manager. Locate the device you want to update in the list of devices. Right-click on the device and select Update Driver. Select “Search automatically for updated driver software”. Windows will search for available driver updates and install them if found. Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

How can a user troubleshoot a device manager error caused by a device that is not connected or recognized by the computer?

Check the device connections: Ensure the device is securely connected to the computer, and that all cables are connected properly. Check the power source: Make sure the device is receiving power and is turned on. Check the drivers: Make sure the correct drivers are installed for the device. Check the BIOS settings: Ensure the device is enabled in the BIOS settings. Check for hardware conflicts: If there are any other devices connected to the computer, disconnect them and try again. Update the device drivers: If the device still isn't recognized, try updating the device drivers from the manufacturer's website. Run a system scan: Use a system scan tool to check for any corrupt or outdated drivers. Perform a system restore: If all else fails, try restoring the system to an earlier point in time when the device was working properly.

Device Manager Errors: Сomprehensive List

Author: Vladimir Artiukh
Editor: Oleg Afonin
Updated: 16.12.2024 15:54

Explore a comprehensive list of device manager errors with this guide. Whether you’re encountering error code 43, error code 10, or other error messages, understanding common device manager errors is essential for troubleshooting. Dive deep into step-by-step instructions and essential tips for resolving device manager issues effectively. Learn about driver updates, hardware changes, and other proven strategies to fix common device manager errors.

Device Manager Errors: Сomprehensive List

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How Can I See an Error Code?

In Device Manager, double-click the device type with an error.
Then right-click on the device with an error, and select Properties. A dialogue box of device properties will appear. The error code is shown in the device status area.

Error Codes

Such errors consist of a digital code and a text message for searching solution. Below there is a complete list of device manager error codes:

Code	Description
Code 1	This device is not configured correctly.
Code 3	The driver for this device might be corrupted, or your system may be running low on memory or other resources.
Code 10	This device cannot start.
Code 12	This device cannot find enough free resources that it can use. If you want to use this device, you will need to disable one of the other devices on this system.
Code 14	This device cannot work properly until you restart your computer. (Code 14)
Code 16	Windows cannot identify all the resources this device uses.
Code 18	Reinstall the drivers for this device.
Code 19	Windows cannot start this hardware device because its configuration information (in the registry) is incomplete or damaged.
Code 21	Windows is removing this device.
Code 22	This device is disabled.
Code 24	This device is not present, is not working properly, or does not have all its drivers installed.
Code 28	The drivers for this device are not installed.
Code 29	This device is disabled because the firmware of the device did not give it the required resources.
Code 31	This device is not working properly because Windows cannot load the drivers required for this device.
Code 32	A driver (service) for this device has been disabled. An alternate driver may be providing this functionality.
Code 33	Windows cannot determine which resources are required for this device.
Code 34	Windows cannot determine the settings for this device.
Code 35	Your computer’s system firmware does not include enough information to properly configure and use this device. To use this device, contact your computer manufacturer to obtain a firmware or BIOS update.
Code 36	This device is requesting a PCI interrupt but is configured for an ISA interrupt (or vice versa). Please use the computer’s system setup program to reconfigure the interrupt for this device.
Code 37	Windows cannot initialize the device driver for this hardware.
Code 38	Windows cannot load the device driver for this hardware because a previous instance of the device driver is still in memory.
Code 39	Windows cannot load the device driver for this hardware. The driver may be corrupted or missing.
Code 40	Windows cannot access this hardware because its service key information in the registry is missing or recorded incorrectly.
Code 41	Windows successfully loaded the device driver for this hardware but cannot find the hardware device.
Code 42	Windows cannot load the device driver for this hardware because there is a duplicate device already running in the system.
Code 43	Windows has stopped this device because it has reported problems.
Code 44	An application or service has shut down this hardware device.
Code 45	Currently, this hardware device is not connected to the computer.
Code 46	Windows cannot gain access to this hardware device because the operating system is in the process of shutting down.
Code 47	Windows cannot use this hardware device because it has been prepared for safe removal, but it has not been removed from the computer.
Code 48	The software for this device has been blocked from starting because it is known to have problems with Windows. Contact the hardware vendor for a new driver.
Code 49	Windows cannot start new hardware devices because the system hive is too large (exceeds the Registry Size Limit).
Code 52	Windows cannot verify the digital signature for the drivers required for this device.